wild coast & country tour

Two day, self-guided cycle adventure from Kinsale to Clonakilty. Great for a weekend stay - but be sure to book early!

Cycle the

amazing

coast of the

Wild Atlantic

Way and

explore lush

​countryside.

Cycle from Kinsale to Clonakilty along the coastal route of the Wild Atlantic Way. Stay overnight in a country B&B in Clonakilty and cycle back the next day following a GPS guided route taking you through the beautiful Irish countryside. You'll have plenty of time to enjoy the area!

Day 1 (43km + 5km optional detour)We'll meet you in Kinsale and get you set up with bikes, helmets etc. At the same time, we'll pick up your bags so they can be delivered to your B&B for the night, leaving you free to cycle along the route of the Wild Atlantic Way. On the way to Clonakilty, your destination, enjoy the stunning coastal views from the Old Head of Kinsale, Coolmaine Beach and Timoleague Abbey. There's even an optional detour toKilbrittain where you can pop into the local park to view the skeleton of a whale or if history is more your thing, you can visit the Michael Collins Centre! Stay overnight in the Macliam Lodge B&B in Clonakilty, where your host, will greet you with a warm Irish 'failte' or welcome. Why not enjoy a pint of Guinness and find some live Irish music in a local pub that evening?

Garmin Edge Touring GPS/Sat Nav

Day 2 (53km + 10km optional detour)After a hearty Irish breakfast at the B&B, you have an optional cycle to Inchadoney Beach (10km roundtrip) or alternatively, spend some time exploring Clonakility. Then, it's time to cycle back to Kinsale, following a pre-programmed route which takes in the best spots - the scenic countryside of the Seven Heads peninsula including dramatic Dunworley Cove. Stop for a delicious lunch in Courtmacsherry (we know a great spot!). Continue cycling through the quaint town of Ballinspittle (another great stop for coffee and baked goods) and past the 'moving statue' in the grotto which caused a national stir in the 80s. We'll meet you in Kinsale, to return your luggage, collect the bikes etc. and enjoy the stories of your adventures!

Tour Information:Start point:This tour starts from the centre of Kinsale. Unless you specify otherwise while booking, we will meet you in the car park adjacent to the tourist office in the centre of Kinsale. However, if you are staying overnight in Kinsale, you can have your bikes & the Sat Nav delivered directly to your local accommodation. Just let us know where you are staying when prompted during the booking process.

What to expect:Terrain: You'll spend approx. 4-6hrs cycling each day over hilly terrain so a moderate-good level of fitness is required. However, as this tour is self-guided, it is at your own pace and you are free to stop and see the sights along the way! There's some great scenery - the route will take you along the coast, past a forest, through loads of lush green countryside and to spectacular cliffs along the remote Seven Heads Peninsula.

Equipment:You will be provided with a Garmin Edge Touring Sat Nav unit with handle bar mount. This is pre-programmed with the routes & variations. The sat nav is waterproof and simple to use. You'll also a printed map with your route marked on and directions and contact details of your B&B. Mountain bikes with touring tyres are provided, as are helmet, high vis vest, repair kit and lock. Bottled water is also supplied.

Accommodation/Luggage Transfers: Accommodation is included in the package as is a cooked breakfast. ​If you've opted for the luggage transfer, we'll collect your luggage when we meet you, transport it to your B&B and collect it the following day after 10am to give back to you when we meet you to collect the bikes. Therefore, you only need to pack what you need for the day out.

If you do not opt to have the baggage delivery, you will be provided with pannier bags for your overnight and day gear. We can provide luggage storage for any additional bags you may have at no extra charge.

The tour follows the coast, so the weather can be breezy - pack a light raincoat and wear layered clothing. Shades/sunglasses are also recommended as are comfortable shoes suitable for cycling.